Debates between David Mundell and Peter Bone during the 2015-2017 Parliament

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Debate between David Mundell and Peter Bone
Wednesday 11th May 2016

(8 years, 7 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Mundell Portrait David Mundell
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As the hon. Lady knows, the Government is to launch a consultation on the introduction of a Bill of Rights after the EU referendum. However, I agree with her that the UK’s remaining in the EU benefits everyone in Scotland.

Peter Bone Portrait Mr Peter Bone (Wellingborough) (Con)
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Does the Secretary of State agree that the Government are split on the issue of whether we should remain in the European Union. Just like the SNP, with Jim Sillars speaking for the leave campaign? Does he not think that it is somewhat embarrassing for the Government to be associated with that lot?

David Mundell Portrait David Mundell
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What the Government do, and what the Scottish National party does not always do, is respect the fact that people have different opinions. My view is very firmly that Scotland should remain in the EU, but I recognise and respect the fact that there are people in Scotland, including SNP voters and supporters, who want Scotland to leave the EU. That is why we are having a referendum, and that is why we are having a debate, and the people will have their say.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between David Mundell and Peter Bone
Wednesday 15th July 2015

(9 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Mundell Portrait David Mundell
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I think I said in my earlier answer that we had not reached those amendments on that day of the Committee stage, but I am reflecting seriously on them.

Peter Bone Portrait Mr Peter Bone (Wellingborough) (Con)
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7. What estimate he has made of the level of public expenditure per person in Scotland in each of the last three years.